Take part in a picnic playdate with this collaborative board book of small learnings and tender moments.
This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate activity of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. The picnic playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive experience that will provide readers with a reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar topics.
⭐ "So much good cheer, in such a small package, this is sure to find a ready audience for story hours or one-on-one." (STARRED REVIEW) —School Library Journal
⭐ "Play With Me is a delightful read for young children, meriting repeated enjoyment." —Literary Titan
"A perfect companion for young readers for learning social skills, or just for whiling away a few quiet minutes with a friend." —Children's Book Review
"...a board book filled with interactive encouragement as well as fun—a tool adults can employ to encourage kids to grasp the rudiments of interactive participation and positive reinforcement." —Midwest Book Review
"An empowering play guide with well-designed illustrations that children will love." —Readers' Favorite Book Reviews
Gold Literary Titan Award Winner
Story Monsters Approved Board Book Winner
Gold Mom's Choice Award Winner
Kat Chen is a kid at heart. Her debut board book, PLAY WITH ME, was an instant success garnering several awards including the prestigious Literary Titan Award. A USA Today and Amazon bestseller of books for grownups, she recently became a grateful, gleeful grandmother giving her an instant audience to test her kid lit. “Nothing sparks my imagination as much as playing with a three-year-old. Especially since I don’t have to worry about diapers, nutrition, or sleep schedules. I get to do the fun stuff.” By that, she means conversation, crayons, and crawling all over the playroom. Then she’s the one who needs a nap whether or not the toddler does. Find out more at www.Kat-Chen.com.
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Lorraine Nam based the art in this book on the happy memories of the many libraries she visited as a library kid. Now she is a library grown-up who has even illustrated a few picture books. She is the illustrator of Look Up with Me, Wei Skates On, Your House Is Not Just a House, and the Play with Me board book series. Lorraine lives and works in New York City.
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Take part in a picnic playdate with this collaborative board book of small learnings and tender moments.
This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate activity of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. The picnic playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive experience that will provide readers with a reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar topics.
Praise
⭐ "So much good cheer, in such a small package, this is sure to find a ready audience for story hours or one-on-one." (STARRED REVIEW) —School Library Journal
⭐ "Play With Me is a delightful read for young children, meriting repeated enjoyment." —Literary Titan
"A perfect companion for young readers for learning social skills, or just for whiling away a few quiet minutes with a friend." —Children's Book Review
"...a board book filled with interactive encouragement as well as fun—a tool adults can employ to encourage kids to grasp the rudiments of interactive participation and positive reinforcement." —Midwest Book Review
"An empowering play guide with well-designed illustrations that children will love." —Readers' Favorite Book Reviews
Gold Literary Titan Award Winner
Story Monsters Approved Board Book Winner
Gold Mom's Choice Award Winner
Author
Kat Chen is a kid at heart. Her debut board book, PLAY WITH ME, was an instant success garnering several awards including the prestigious Literary Titan Award. A USA Today and Amazon bestseller of books for grownups, she recently became a grateful, gleeful grandmother giving her an instant audience to test her kid lit. “Nothing sparks my imagination as much as playing with a three-year-old. Especially since I don’t have to worry about diapers, nutrition, or sleep schedules. I get to do the fun stuff.” By that, she means conversation, crayons, and crawling all over the playroom. Then she’s the one who needs a nap whether or not the toddler does. Find out more at www.Kat-Chen.com.
View titles by Kat Chen
Lorraine Nam based the art in this book on the happy memories of the many libraries she visited as a library kid. Now she is a library grown-up who has even illustrated a few picture books. She is the illustrator of Look Up with Me, Wei Skates On, Your House Is Not Just a House, and the Play with Me board book series. Lorraine lives and works in New York City.
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